Alabama State running back Isaiah Crowell was named the newcomer of the year
and Prairie View A&M kick return specialist Johnta Hebert the freshman of the
year.

Richardson, a 6-foot-1, 185-pound senior, has totaled 56 receptions, 10
touchdown receptions and 1,081 receiving yards to lead the SWAC in each
category.

Thurmond, a 6-2, 260-pound senior, has recorded 63 tackles, an FCS-high 15.5
sacks and 20 tackles for loss. He also has seven quarterback hurries, three
fumble recoveries, one forced fumble and one blocked kick.

Arkansas-Pine Bluff had seven first-team selections to lead the All-SWAC. The
Golden Lions will play in the SWAC championship game against Jackson State
on Saturday.

The coach from the winning team - either Jackson State's Rick Comegy or
Arkansas-Pine Bluff's Monte Coleman - will receive the coach of the year honor.